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Payroll Changes for 2026: What Employers Need to Know About the New Catch-Up Contribution Rules

In 2026, new payroll rules require high-earning employees aged 50 and older to make catch-up retirement contributions as Roth (after-tax) deposits—while those without access to a Roth option can no longer make catch-up contributions at all. Learn what these changes mean for your business and how to keep your retirement plan compliant with the latest regulations.

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Tax Season Survival Guide: Practical Tips for Stress-Free Filing

Feeling anxious about tax season? You’re not alone—but with the right preparation, filing your taxes doesn’t have to be stressful. Our Tax Season Survival Guide shares practical steps for getting organized, staying on top of important deadlines, and making the most of deductions and credits. Whether you’re an individual or business owner, these expert tips will help you breeze through tax season with confidence and peace of mind.

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Don't Let 2026 Wreak Havoc With Payroll

Something strange and awkward is happening with the calendar in 2026. Employers who issue biweekly paychecks may find themselves having to pay their employees 27 times instead of 26. Click through to learn how to navigate this dark and deep rabbit hole.

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Navigating the New IRS Requirement for Electronic Payments: What You Need to Know

The IRS now requires many taxpayers and businesses to make federal tax payments electronically for faster, safer, and more accurate processing. Common options include EFTPS for businesses, IRS Direct Pay for individuals, and debit/credit card payments. Visit irs.gov/payments for details and instructions. Electronic payments offer instant confirmation and greater security for all users.

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IRS Gives Guidance on Getting Ready For the 2026 Tax Season

Prepare now to ensure you’ll be filing accurate returns. The OBBBA brings several changes and additions that can affect federal taxes, credits and deductions. Click through to see how the recent updates—deductions for tips, overtime and seniors—affect your taxes.

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What To Know About Charitable Giving

What is one of the most famous lines in "A Christmas Carol"? It's when Marley's ghost tells Scrooge, "Mankind was my business!" Especially at yearend, many of us think of others. Click through for some insights into charitable giving.

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IRS Gives Guidance on New Tax Benefits

The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service are providing guidance on OBBBA-expanded Health Savings Account eligibility that allows more people to save and pay for healthcare costs. Click through for more details to help you file accurately.

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Time To Hire an Accountant?

For the average person, the complexities of personal finances can be daunting. Many individuals choose the do-it-yourself approach, thinking it will save them money — but that's usually a bad idea. Click through to learn when it's time to hire the pros.

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Is the Mortgage Interest Deduction a Big Deal?

No one likes paying income taxes. But if you are a homeowner paying off a mortgage, you can catch a break with the mortgage interest deduction. But that mortgage interest deduction might not be as valuable today as it once was. Click through for the full story on this tax break.

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IRS Makes Retirement Plan Changes for 2026

As it does every year, the IRS has announced a variety of changes to retirement plans. In brief, it has raised the limits on how much savers can put away, but there are many other adjustments. Click through for a summary of the key provisions.

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OBBBA Affects Charitable Giving and Estate Planning

The OBBBA has changed the process of charitable giving. These updates impact not only tax filing but also estate planning. Click through for a review of the many ways OBBBA might affect your financial situation.

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Mistakes To Avoid When Rolling Over Your IRA

Rolling over your retirement plan distributions from your former company to your new workplace is a commonplace occurrence. Click through for a discussion on how to avoid making mistakes when moving your retirement funds.

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A New $6,000 Tax Break for Seniors

For years, lawmakers have floated the idea of ending federal taxes on Social Security benefits. That hasn't happened, but the One Big Beautiful Bill Act takes a different approach. Click through to see what the act provides, how it works, who qualifies and why it might cut your tax bill.

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Hobby or Business? Why It Matters at Tax Time

You may think the money you earn from a personal project, a hobby or freelance work doesn't count as business income, especially if you haven't formally set up a business. But the IRS may see things differently. Click through to learn how to assess your activity so you can avoid surprises at tax time.

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OBBBA and Pass-Through Entities

Do you own a business structured to allow profits to "pass through" to your personal tax return? If so, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act reshapes how you and millions of small and midsize businesses are taxed. Click through to see what these changes mean, why they matter and how they could affect your company's bottom line.

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Understanding the New Tax Break for Overtime Pay

Thanks to a new federal income tax deduction provided by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, many workers who put in extra hours will be able to keep more of their earnings. Click through to see who qualifies, how much could be saved and what the limits are.

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